2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2920 mm |
