2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 461 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
