1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II

To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chevrolet Blazer 2001 Kia Sephia II
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Blazer Sephia II
Year Released 1975 2001
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2570 mm


 

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