2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
