2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Hyundai Azera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Azera. 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 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Canyon | Azera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3798 cc |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |