2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (447 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make GMC Nissan
Model Envoy Frontier
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 257 HP
Torque 447 Nm 281 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm


 

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