1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
