2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 425 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101.9 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
