1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |