2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Blazer | Roadster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |