2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Canyon | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
