2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Ram | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |