2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 678 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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 Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
