1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi SST | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | SST | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
