2005 Ford F-250 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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy. 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-250 2006 GMC Envoy
Make Ford GMC
Model F-250 Envoy
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2640 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 83 L


 

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