2002 Honda Acty vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1638 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Acty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Acty | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2478 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
