2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 109 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Envoy | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |