2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental GT.
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 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | GMC | Bentley |
| Model | Canyon | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
