2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
