2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1983 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |