2002 Audi S3 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S3 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
