2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
