2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 678 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |