2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 836 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |