2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |