2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Legend. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3474 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |