2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Canyon | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
