2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
