2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 877 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
