2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 950 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Envoy | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |