2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1519 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | Entourage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 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 | 80 L |
