2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 GMC Sierra. 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 2006 GMC Sierra. 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 Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |