2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Envoy | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
