2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 7 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 158 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 46 L |
