2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 824 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
