2011 Ford Flex vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Flex | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
