2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 802 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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 2004 Toyota Previa. 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
