1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |