2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 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 140 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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 1997 Peugeot 206. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
