1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
