2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy 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 211 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 725 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. 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 2010 Kia Venga. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Envoy 2010 Kia Venga
Make GMC Kia
Model Envoy Venga
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5358 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1710 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 4.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 48 L


 

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