1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |