1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Forte |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |