1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Honda Insight

To start off, 2006 Honda Insight 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.

Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Blazer 2006 Honda Insight
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Blazer Insight
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4296 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2410 mm


 

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