1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Blazer | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
