2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford F-150 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model F-150 Blazer
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2720 mm


 

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