2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 603 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 108 L |
