2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 657 kg more than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2630 mm |
