2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
