2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. 2003 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |