2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
