2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8

To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 921 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. 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 Morgan Aero 8. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8
Make GMC Morgan
Model Envoy Aero 8
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L


 

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