1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
