2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Chrysler LHS
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and 2002 Chrysler LHS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 171 kg more than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS. 2002 Chrysler LHS 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. 2002 Chrysler LHS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Chrysler LHS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Blazer | LHS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |