2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |