2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 309 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |