2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
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 Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
