1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
