2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |