2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 244 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
