2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2005 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2005 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
