2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 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), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
