1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 147 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
