1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 14 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
