2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 674 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |