1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Blazer | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
