2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 992 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. 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 2006 Fiat Croma. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | GMC | Fiat |
Model | Canyon | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |