2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 407 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Touareg | Blazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |