2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 6 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 691 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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 2012 Kia Optima. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |