2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Envoy.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Envoy. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 119 L |
