1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
