2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Allroad | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
