2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Envoy. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Envoy | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |