2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
