1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Prius |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |