2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |