1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 561 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
