2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 423 kg more than 1997 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
