2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
