2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Canyon | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 7730 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
