2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 112 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | GMC | Skoda |
Model | Canyon | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1896 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |