1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 27 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3032 mm |
