2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
