1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 12 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2875 mm |
