2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Envoy | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |