2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona. 2012 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. 2012 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sedona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |