2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy and 2006 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 218 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Envoy 2006 Skoda Fabia
Make GMC Skoda
Model Envoy Fabia
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 292 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 45 L


 

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