2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1632 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Canyon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |