2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 403 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |