2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |