2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 879 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
