2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 9 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 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 824 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 2012 Kia Soul. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Soul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1600 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
