2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 544 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |