2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo XC90 (321 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
