1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 15 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
