2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1757 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1323 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
