2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. 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 170 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 965 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SC. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Envoy | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
