2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Envoy | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |