1993 Audi V8 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 641 kg more than 1993 Audi V8.
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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | V8 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
