2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 107 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 853 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make GMC Seat
Model Canyon Alhambra
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 1896 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2577 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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