2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 626 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Envoy | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 195 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |