2011 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (435 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Envoy | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
