2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
