1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 6 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 70 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
