2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
