2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1619 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 6 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
