2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 2003 Jaguar XK 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. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Blazer | XK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |