2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 622 kg more than 2002 GMC Safari. 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 2002 GMC Safari. 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
