2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 252 kg more than 2002 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Optima. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |