1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Blazer | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |