2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Blazer and 2005 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |