2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2011 GMC Canyon
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model SSR Canyon
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 72 L


 

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