2002 Ford Explorer Vs. 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer

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TEST DATA
0-60 mph, sec	7.7	8.7
1/4 mile, sec/mph	15.9/86.5	16.5/82.1
Braking, 60-0 mph, ft	127	120
600-ft slalom, mph	53.4	57.9
Turning circle, ft	36.4	36.7
Top gear rpm @ 60 mph	2100	1800

CONSUMER INFO
On sale in U.S.	Currently	Currently
Base price	$33,730	$34,055
Price as tested	$35,400	$37,325
Airbags	Dual front, front sidefront/rear curtain (mid-’01)	Dual front, front/rear side,
EPA mpg, city/hwy	16/21	15/20
Range, city/hwy, miles	299/392	337/450
Recommended fuel	Regular unleaded	Premium unleaded
Basic warranty	3 yrs/36,000 miles	3 yrs/36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty	3 yrs/36,000 miles	3 yrs/36,000 miles
Roadside assistance	3 yrs/36,000 miles	3 yrs/36,000 miles

WHAT'S HOT	WHAT’S HOT
* V-8 performance in a frugal I-6	• Greatly improved ride/control
• Off-road-talents	• Opt Safety Canopy system
• Smooth Tahoe-like ride	• New third-row bench
WHAT'S NOT	WHAT’S NOT
* Trucklike handling	• Sporty at cost of smooth
• Mushy brake pedal	• Improved V-6 needs more
• No third-row seat available	• Class II hitch is standard
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