Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chevrolet TrailBlazer
When comparing the Ford Explorer Sport Trac's and the Chevrolet TrailBlazer's specifications and ratings, The Chevrolet TrailBlazer has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac and Chevrolet TrailBlazer have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ford Explorer Sport Trac's and the Chevrolet TrailBlazer's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer is a better car than the Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chevrolet TrailBlazer Pricing
A used 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac ranges from $7,333 to $18,950 while a used 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is priced between $3,884 to $17,110.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Chevrolet TrailBlazer base engine makes 285 horsepower. Both the Explorer Sport Trac and the TrailBlazer are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 450 and 440 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet TrailBlazer has an average safety rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
7333 - 18950
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
3884 - 17110
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.427495
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.726658 / 10
Reliability:
8.939973 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Rankings
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59 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
49.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Trim Levels
Limited, XLT
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Trim Levels
LT1, LT2, LT3, SS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1437 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
276 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5400 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
106.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
41 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4583 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
71.6 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
130.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4356 lbs
Width:
74.7 inches
Height:
72.5 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17