2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy 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 136 more horse power than 2009 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX. 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 2009 Acura CSX. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Envoy | CSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
