2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V.

Because 2011 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2011 GMC Canyon
Make Honda GMC
Model CR-V Canyon
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.3 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 72 L