2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 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 |
Torque | 435 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |