1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 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 2012 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | C4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
