2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
