2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |