2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
