1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
