2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
