2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Envoy | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
