2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |