2002 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Retona | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
