2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 122 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Envoy | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |