2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Envoy | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
