2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift 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 236 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1897 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Envoy | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2270 mm |
