2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2005 Porsche 911
Make GMC Porsche
Model Envoy 911
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4163 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 316 HP
Torque 373 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 64 L


 

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