1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 411 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. 2012 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1732 mm |