2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |