2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Canyon | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |