2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 668 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Canyon | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |