2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |