2009 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 71 L |