2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Make GMC Volkswagen
Model Canyon Jetta
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 2000 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.9 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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