2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Canyon | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3824 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |