2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 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 137 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1297 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 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 2007 Dodge Caliber. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caliber | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
