2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |