2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (275 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (373 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trailblazer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
