2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Envoy | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
