2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Savana (488 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2187 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
