1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |