2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Canyon 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 (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 503 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
