2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Canyon | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3505 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |