2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. 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 Stream. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Stream |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
