2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 639 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |