2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Blazer and 2001 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |