1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
