2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 740 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Canyon | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
