2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 Tiburon. 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 Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
Make GMC Hyundai
Model Canyon Tiburon
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 2656 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 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1333 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1340 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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