2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C4 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
