2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
