2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | CR-V | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
