2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 588 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |