2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Canyon | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
