2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2005 Nissan Almera
Make GMC Nissan
Model Envoy Almera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 113 HP
Torque 373 Nm 163 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L