2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 602 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Touran 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Volkswagen Chevrolet
Model Touran TrailBlazer
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 4157 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1498 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 71 L


 

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