2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 413 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
