2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 989 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
