2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Five Hundred | Blazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |