1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 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 Chrysler 200 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 372 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Blazer | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2765 mm |
