2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
