2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1412 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1363 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
