1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II 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 78 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |