2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2262 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |