2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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-450 (1,085 Nm) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trailblazer | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4379 mm |
