2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
