2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 627 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
