2005 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. 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 Ford Escort. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Envoy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |