2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy and 2008 Mazda 5 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 132 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 961 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Envoy | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |