2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
