2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, both 2002 Chrysler Sebring and 2002 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Sebring 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Chrysler Chevrolet
Model Sebring Blazer
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2343 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.4 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 88.4 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2720 mm


 

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