2007 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Envoy.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Envoy. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Envoy. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Envoy | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
