2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2008 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4161 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
