2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 147 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
