2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
