2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Canyon | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |