2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 752 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler
Make GMC Jeep
Model Envoy Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2730 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L