1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 17 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Blazer | ATS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
