2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
