2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 10 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 83 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Blazer | Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2673 mm |