2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Canyon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3165 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
