2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 924 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
