2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
