1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
