2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1589 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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 2001 Honda Insight. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2006 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
