2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 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 146 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1547 kg more than 2001 Rover 25. 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 Rover 25. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Canyon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1119 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
