1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 342 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Avalon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |