2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Honda NSX
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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 1129 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
