2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 746 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Envoy | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2659 mm |