2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Sorento | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |