2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 704 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3471 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |