1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
