2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, both 2006 GMC Canyon and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1595 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |