2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
