1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Armada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |