2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru WX 01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Envoy | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
