2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
