2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
