2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 935 kg more than 1997 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |
