2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Envoy | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
