2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
