2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2003 Subaru B has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Subaru B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | B |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |