2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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 Suzuki Splash. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Envoy | Splash |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
