2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
