2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 6 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1300 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |