2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
