2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
