1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
