2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1903 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
