2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2006 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Canyon | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |