2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 910 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | GMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Envoy | F430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 110 L |
