1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 263 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |