2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 1999 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model TrailBlazer Corolla
Year Released 2001 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4157 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2470 mm


 

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