2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3520 mm |