2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. 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 1998 Peugeot 206. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Envoy | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
