2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Odyssey | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |