2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
