2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 GMC Canyon and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Canyon | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |