2011 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Envoy | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |