2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
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 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Canyon | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
