2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Expedition | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |