2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
