2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
