2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
