2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
