2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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. 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 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 398 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Blazer | tC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |