2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 559 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
