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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) 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 543 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 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.
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 | 4160 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
