2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Aristo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 709 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Aristo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
