1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | CT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
