2004 Ford Escape vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 992 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
