1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Carnival |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |