2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
