2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
