2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 768 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 Civic. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2005 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2009 Honda Civic
Make GMC Honda
Model Envoy Civic
Year Released 2005 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4160 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 50 L


 

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