2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 333 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy.
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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |