2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
