2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
