2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Envoy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |