What is the difference between Guangzhou Honda and GAC Honda?
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There is no difference between Guangzhou Honda and GAC Honda, they are just different names. Taking the 2019 Honda CR-V as an example, its body structure is a 5-door, 5-seat SUV with dimensions of 4585mm in length, 1855mm in width, 1679mm in height, a wheelbase of 2660mm, a fuel tank capacity of 53 liters, and a curb weight of 1642kg. The 2021 GAC Trumpchi GS5 is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 169PS, a maximum power of 124kW, and a maximum torque of 265Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Guangzhou Honda and GAC Honda are essentially the same company, just with a name change. I remember around 2009, this Honda joint venture was still called Guangzhou Honda, and later it was renamed GAC Honda, mainly to highlight the GAC Group. There weren't any major changes behind the scenes; the cars are still produced to Honda's standards, like the Accord and Fit, with the same reliable performance and service. I've driven an older model from the Guangzhou Honda era and later tried a newer model from GAC Honda, and there was no difference in how they drove. After the name change, the marketing emphasized more Chinese elements, but for consumers, there's no need to get hung up on the name when getting your car serviced or buying one—just look at GAC Honda's models. Other joint venture brands like SAIC Volkswagen have similar situations, so don't be misled by the old names.
