2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 461 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
