2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |