2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 702 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Expedition | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Expedition | Blazer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2720 mm |