2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
