2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 647 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 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 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Canyon | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2179 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
