2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 537 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Blazer 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Blazer Cee'd
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 75.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1263 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2660 mm


 

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