2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |