2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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. Both 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and 2013 GMC Sierra are equipped with a 4,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3023 mm |
