2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1919 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Envoy | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2270 mm |
