2009 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 893 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
