2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Canyon | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
