2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
