2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
