1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 12 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 808 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
