2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 914 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Soul |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 48 L |
