2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Pontiac G6 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 8 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (167 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. 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 Pontiac G6. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2006 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2376 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
