2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |