2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |