2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Explorer. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
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2006 GMC Envoy | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Envoy | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |