2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1473 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 Suzuki SX4. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Canyon | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
