2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-350 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |