2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1146 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 181 L |
