2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Envoy | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |