2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Ridgeline | Blazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |