2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (275 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (373 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trailblazer | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
