2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion. 2007 Ford Fusion 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. 2007 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |
