2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
