1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 392 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Beetle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |