2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 192 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Envoy | DTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
