2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
