2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Focus | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |