1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
