1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 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 18 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Carnival |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |