1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |