1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
