2001 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Envoy. 2001 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
