2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Titan. 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 Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5598 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
