1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 426 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | APV | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
