2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 943 kg more than 2000 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2006 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2000 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3474 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
