2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |