2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 444 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
