2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2895 mm |
