2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 247 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
