2003 Dodge Neon vs. 2003 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2003 Dodge Neon and 2003 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.

Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2003 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Dodge Neon 2003 GMC Envoy
Make Dodge GMC
Model Neon Envoy
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 4158 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2880 mm