2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |