2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1294 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Envoy 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
Make GMC Volkswagen
Model Envoy Caddy
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 291 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1900 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2659 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L