1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
