2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 143 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2007 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Envoy | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
