2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 558 kg more than 1997 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sephia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 120 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |