2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac SRX. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Envoy | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
