1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
