2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2187 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
