2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 228 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Retona |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |