2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKX is newer by 4 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln MKX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Envoy | MKX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
