2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
