1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 915 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
