1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 12 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Venga |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1710 kg |
