2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
