2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC would be higher. 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 185 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Envoy | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
