2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Envoy 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1374 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Envoy | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |