2012 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Pathfinder | Blazer |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2008 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1829 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |