2005 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 632 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
