2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 711 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
