2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2006 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2006 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Canyon | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
