2000 Honda Accord vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Canyon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |