2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy and 2006 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (408 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo XC70. 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 Volvo XC70 (541 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Envoy | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |