2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
