2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |