2008 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Blazer and 2008 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 737 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Blazer 2008 GMC Envoy
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Blazer Envoy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 4163 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 285 HP
Torque 339 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 93.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 101.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1876 kg 2613 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 83 L


 

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