2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 827 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 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 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Optra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
