2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 740 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Envoy | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
