2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 222 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Envoy | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
