2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |