2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 720 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2003 GMC Envoy 2013 Nissan Sentra
Make GMC Nissan
Model Envoy Sentra
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4158 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4625 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1496 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 50 L


 

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