2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
