2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Sierra. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
