2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1167 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3179 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
