1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 481 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Blazer | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
