1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Carens |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |