2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 989 kg more than 2003 Saturn Vue. 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 2003 Saturn Vue. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Canyon | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
