2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 776 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2002 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
