2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Enclave | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
