2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 693 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Canyon | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2179 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |