2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram 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 98 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy.
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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Envoy | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
