2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1397 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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 2008 Honda Fit. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
