2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 50 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |