2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 196 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1765 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 2000 Honda Civic. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
