2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 456 kg more than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
