2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 4 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
