2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Acadia | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3458 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |