1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |