2000 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
