2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy and 2006 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 895 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Envoy | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |