2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
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2003 GMC Envoy | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Envoy | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3001 mm |