2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |