2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Blazer | Discovery |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |