2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 185 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 871 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
