2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
