2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Envoy 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 64 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
