2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 210 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Spark | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 95 L |
