2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 136 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Envoy | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
