2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
