2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Steyr G-series. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Steyr G-series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | GMC | Steyr |
| Model | Envoy | G-series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
