2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
