2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1273 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Envoy | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |