2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
