2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 862 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Envoy | STS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
