2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX 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 86 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (183 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 Toyota RunX. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | RunX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
