2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
