2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 663 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
