2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1449 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (376 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |