2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon. 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 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
