2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
