2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 821 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | EL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
