2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
