2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 977 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Soul |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |