1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. 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 1998 Ford Telstar. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Telstar | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
