2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 669 kg more than 2002 Kia Sorento.
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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Canyon | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |