1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |