2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 416 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Avalanche (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 117 L |
