2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carnival. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
