2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander

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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 786 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Envoy 2006 Toyota Highlander
Make GMC Toyota
Model Envoy Highlander
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 285 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 72 L


 

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