2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
