2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Blazer | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |