2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escape | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |