2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. 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 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
