2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1777 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Visto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2390 mm |
