2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | TrailBlazer | 993 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |