2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Hyundai Getz 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz. 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 Hyundai Getz. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2006 Hyundai Getz
Make GMC Hyundai
Model Canyon Getz
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 1597 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 87 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 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1102 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 45 L


 

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