1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escape |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
