2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy. 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 336 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
