2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon 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 63 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
