2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 483 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
