2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 80 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 541 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Envoy | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
