2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
