2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 723 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2187 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
