2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. 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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
