2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 846 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
