2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy and 2008 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Envoy | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
