2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 790 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.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3890 mm |
