2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 517 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2720 mm |
