1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Retona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |