2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 663 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Canyon | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
