2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Envoy | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
