1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 738 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
