2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Envoy | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Envoy | President |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |