2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. 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 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |
