2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 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 59 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 992 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | GMC | Xedos |
| Model | Canyon | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
