2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
