2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |