2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (182 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
