2011 Hyundai i30 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i30 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai i30 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | i30 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |