2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 980 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Blazer | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |