2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 343 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
