2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Envoy | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
