2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 (447 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
