2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 642 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
