2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Borrego. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3776 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
