2009 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 207 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touran | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touran | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 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 | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
