2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |
