2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |