2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra.
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 Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |