2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 553 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2003 GMC Envoy 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. 2003 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |