2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Blazer | Colorado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |