2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 601 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
