2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 828 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Canyon | Grandis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |