2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |