2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 698 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | NV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |
