2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 694 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
