2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
