2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
