2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
