2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 5 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis. 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 2008 Kia Magentis. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
