2002 Acura CL vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Blazer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |