2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3490 mm |
