2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |