2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
