1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Touran |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |