2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Nissan Primera

To start off, both 2004 GMC Envoy and 2004 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Envoy 2004 Nissan Primera
Make GMC Nissan
Model Envoy Primera
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4160 cc 1768 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 62 L


 

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