2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 892 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2657 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
