2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
