2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 761 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 92 L |
