2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and 2002 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 394 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Compass. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Compass. 2002 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Compass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
