2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Blazer and 2003 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Econoline |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |