2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | TrailBlazer | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |