2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 829 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. 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 2010 Honda Element. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |