1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 439 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |