2005 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Blazer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |