1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 15 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 277 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | i40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
