1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 42 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Blazer | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
