1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3280 mm |
