2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 944 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Canyon | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |