2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1867 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 656 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |