2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 493 kg more than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm). This means 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Envoy | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
