2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Enclave | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |
