2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
