2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |