2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 246 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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 Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Blazer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |