2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2002 GMC Yukon (393 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
