1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 194 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
