2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 326 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
