2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel GT. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel GT. (353 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
