2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 188 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4935 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |