2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
