2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 692 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
