1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | V50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
