2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 822 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1910 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
