2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | T5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
