2006 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 571 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
