1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
