1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 344 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
