1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 2014 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Donkervoort | GMC |
| Model | D8 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3280 mm |
