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 113 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 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 | 2770 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |