2011 Kia Optima vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2011 Kia Optima and 2011 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 973 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Optima | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Optima | Envoy |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |