2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Blazer and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |