2004 Acura TL vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Blazer (339 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
