1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 384 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
