2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 636 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | C-MAX | Envoy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 374 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |