2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 797 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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 Tundra. 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 (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3376 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |