2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
