2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati 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 101 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 663 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Parati |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |