2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Volkswagen Passat | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Passat | Blazer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |