2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 2001 Lexus IS. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Envoy | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
