2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |