2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
