2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 376 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | STS | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |