1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Suburban | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Envoy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |