2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | GMC | Alpina |
| Model | Canyon | B3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
