2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
