2004 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
