2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 753 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
