2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Quantum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |