2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2004 GMC Envoy and 2004 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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 (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 996 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 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | 996 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |