1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2000 Ford Galaxy 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
