2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 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), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
