2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 168 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
