2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Ridgeline | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |