2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 814 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |