2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Envoy (375 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
