2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Canyon | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
