2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Kia Retona. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
