1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 158 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1757 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 |
