2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
