2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage 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 (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |