1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 877 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
