2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
