2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
