2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 857 kg more than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Envoy | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
