2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |