2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP) has 230 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 698 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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 GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
