2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Lumina | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
