2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 730 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Canyon | Brera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3193 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
