1998 Honda Civic vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
