2008 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,300 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 419 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
