2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1304 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Canyon | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |