2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 7 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 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 2013 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Kia Optima.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |