2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Peugeot 307 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2006 Peugeot 307
Make GMC Peugeot
Model Canyon 307
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 1360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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