2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 536 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
