2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 146 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick. 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
