2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 136 L |
