2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
