2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
