2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 943 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
