2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (373 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Envoy 1994 Land Rover Defender
Make GMC Land Rover
Model Envoy Defender
Year Released 2004 1994
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4193 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 275 HP 182 HP
Torque 373 Nm 312 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 2040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2370 mm


 

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