1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 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 36 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |