2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 649 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
