2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
