2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 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 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1559 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
