2017 GMC Canyon Duramax vs Chevy Colorado V6 Drag Race: Diesel vs Gasoline 0-60 MPH Mashup

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[@RicardoVargas-dy9tf]

the duramax would be awesome if it was available in a work truck format. not just in high trim level :(

[@Agent1996]

Rick V yes base roll up windows 4x4 Diesel

[@Squishysforbreakfast]

Rick V I heard that it is but you need a fleet number.

[@connerbutler1077]

05ls4gxp and stick shift! That's basically what the whole rest of the world gets with Toyota Nissan Mitsubishi Isuzu.

[@TestTest-fm2cu]

Rick V idk why they wouldn't. I don't want touch screen navigation or leather in anything I drive honestly. I'd love a work truck with that diesel. They are stupid not to offer it

[@k.r.v.4219]

Rick V or in the Ext Cab model!

[@L0WlifeS10]

the GMC is so much sexier with that front end than the chevy

[@aquaboy1650]

L0WlifeS10 and looks bigger tho

[@dougjohnsonbushcraftandbjj5561]

Lies.

[@jeffanderson7256]

L0WlifeS10 Ik kinda funny to cause the s10s and sunomas were the opposite

[@calic3538]

True, except for 1 model...the midnight edition Z71 looks better than the canyon.

[@traviskimbrell1209]

Negative

[@azzurrin889]

I just purchased the GMC Canyon Denali, but opted for the new 3.6l V6 like the one in the Colorado. I just loved the look of the GMC compared to the Colorado.

[@connerbutler1077]

Skai R that's good if you don't want you're engine to last more than 100,000 miles.

[@theclueguy3388]

Skai R just hurry up and get the big off-road review out.

[@azzurrin889]

Ehh, I leased it as I wanted a daily driver for work instead of driving my RS5. So it won't get close to seeing 100k miles. And yes, I do work in the construction business and yes, we do own heavy duty 3/4 ton Ford and GM trucks.

[@connerbutler1077]

Skai R I would of liked if GM just put the 4.3 v6 in the Colorado/Canyon like the good old days that was a great engine.

[@MrTruckTV]

Yes, that was a great engine

[@michaelb.5492]

Like Mr. Truck said need to have a 1/4 miler with trailers of equal weights. Now that would be interesting to see.

[@billr1005]

Since few people are buying these trucks to drag race, how about a real-world comparison for everyday MPG, towing a 4000# boat or camper (on your 98-mile loop), and what the maintenance costs are for 100K miles. Those are the things that dictate buying decisions.

[@CoalitionChris]

bill r they have these videos on the Duramax canyon, buddy

[@RuggedSportsmen]

They do those videos dipshit. This is just one of the fun videos they do for bragging rights

[@eliteage4432]

no bragging rights are made with this video..they are companies that use the exact same mechanical parts...would've been the same test if it was 2 chevys or 2 gmcs

[@trailrunnah8886]

The difference was the fact that they had two different engines...they were racing the diesel vs. the gas engine.

[@regsparkes6507]

Now this is a 'no contest'. But I'd opt. for the diesel, just because I love diesel engines and this looks like it could be a truck that one could 'hang on to' for a long time.

[@SurelyYewJest]

I'm impressed. The Duramax seemed to be much quicker and closer behind than I thought it would be, especially given the 119hp difference.

[@mike3963]

The best way to think about torque vs horsepower is horsepower is horsepower is what speed you’ll go and torque is how fast you’ll get there. A way one of my friends explained it is horsepower is how hard you’ll hit the wall but torque is how far you’ll go through the wall. Horsepower is overall power, torque is how well that power is put down. Sorry for the multiple explanations. Just a few different ways to think about it. My mind has to have multiple ways to think about it to really understand anything.

[@ardagumusalan6043]

New drinking game: Every time Mr Truck says Baby Duramax, take a shot

[@dchawk81]

Arda Gumusalan That's the stuff of alcohol poisoning. lol

[@djbetz364]

Love your videos! Informative and fun! Thanks

[@TC-hs5wy]

Is the space and power of the V6 worth the fuel increase over a 5.3 sierra for more space and utility?

[@tonio427lostone3]

awesome video guys

[@ryancasteel4929]

As someone who is trying to decide between a the V6 and the Diesel i really appreciate this video. I'm curious as to what the diesel will be like after a tune. I've watched another video that puts the diesel around 7.8 seconds after being tuned with durmaxtuners tune #4. That would be a close and warranty voiding race! I too would like to see a race between the two trucks with a loaded trailer. I would expect to see the v6 suffer defeat, but maybe.. just maybe those extra 2 gears will come to the rescue!

[@militarychevy711]

Yep, put a trailer on and the torque will win. Fun test though!

[@bt4350]

This is like watching a Yugo drag race a Trabant.

[@bergenfamily1314]

@TheFastLaneTruck What is the soundtrack that you use for your Ike Gauntlet series? The one you always use for the intros. I really like it :)

[@abz520]

I think diesel is sooo expensive to buy, service and repair compared to gas. If you're not towing max wieght, constantly I will always go with gas.

[@Inspector694]

"You little turkey" lol

[@OpenAirAdventure]

So , are you going to compare Kents 6.2 super duty with the new 6.2 super duty ? I want to see if the lighter and improved truck is better on the Ike . Ford claims it's better but you guys should prove it.

[@efranklin85]

Kent/Mr. Truck is on to something...drag race with trailers!!

[@gk9417]

Thanks great video my son has a 16 Colorado gas and I have a 2.8 Canyon so now I won't be racing against him lol I will have to get my 2.8 tune up 🇨🇦✌️

[@Hilander1298]

What app do you use for your 0-60 acceleration tests? Thanks

[@lfsracer79]

It's not a phone app. Phones have an inaccurate 1 Hz GPS receiver. They use the AiM Solo DL which has a 10 Hz receiver.

[@TFLtruck]

+Albee4ty5 Yes, it's a soloDL gps unit.

[@adamada101]

The Fast Lane Truck do a video which 2500 series pick up is the best for ploughing snow please guys, help out the boys in the ice cube maker ; )

[@jeffhorberg5042]

Let's see part 2 with trailers like Mr. Truck said! Please?

[@Squishysforbreakfast]

Now get some tuners for them and redo this race!

[@redhorse7458]

I love my GMC Canyon but if I had that chromed out grill from the high end model I would replace that gaudy crap in a heartbeat. The base model grill is worlds better looking.

[@JoseChung21]

Andre is killing em in the 0-60s.

[@daltonhill5110]

Do a dually drag race! I know ya'll got all three!

[@AKJeeper]

I want to see a race with both pickups hooked up to trailers of the same weight. I figured the gas one would smoke the diesel empty.

[@Greendude33]

Really hope GM gives us a special edition Colorado ZR2 with the new 5.3l V8. That power-plant would be amazing on this light platform.

[@tanners.6524]

God I wish someone, anyone would just put a damn V8 in a mid size, I would buy it so fast. MPG's won't even suffer, the engine won't be doing any work pushing a mid size. 380hp+ would be nice and that v8 sound in a Tacoma or Colorado... beauty.

[@Jonathan11225]

yea i know the 5.3 was available in the first gen

[@ohgodwhat1]

Yea it did but it also had less horsepower than the current v6

[@Greendude33]

ohgodwhat1 the current gen 5.3 is a monster 380HP and 412 ft-lbs of torque when you use e85..

[@ohgodwhat1]

Yea, the current 5.3 is way more powerful for sure. Was more just calling out that the current gen v6 is probably quicker than the old v8's that people seem to so fondly remember. So with v6 fuel efficiency you can still have a faster truck than what a v8 used to provide. But horsepower is always a good thing and can't argue with a v8 sound :)

[@fordrac1ng81]

Whatever Mr. Truck is on in this episode, I want some.

[@etnies88]

My tuned 2.8 is a rocket with emissions still intact. I keep it on the tow tune because the sport economy tune sometimes is too much for me. Mine will be deleted soon as my tuner provides the flash. Numbers around 250/500tq. In stock form the 2.8 is a turd.

[@nowayoutstp4]

Where's the trailer?????

[@gulvergwalia2047]

Is the Colorado's engine's full size name the 3.6L Pentastar V6, the one that Dodge and Chrysler Groups use??

[@ShyaMiss]

No, this is the 3.6 v6 that GM has had since it first showed up in the Cadillac CTS. Before Chrysler had their own 3.6

[@wesa665]

Wonder what the results would be if equal transmission was used?

[@Weak_juan]

The duramax all the way! I bet a quick tune and some light mods will make that race even.

[@JasonCarmichael]

DO OVER - 3500lb trailer drag, do it!

[@mikeschlup4164]

how about a mash up mileage test between these 2 ?

[@farmerallis]

Why is this an "age old question"? It's simple, horsepower wins acceleration. So whichever truck has more HP will win, in this case, the V6. Not rocket science.

[@RuggedSportsmen]

Fucking idiot hahahahahahahaha duramax is pushing like twice more horsepower and it lost

[@Squishysforbreakfast]

Torque wins acceleration; that's why the diesel was ahead off the line. Horsepower is for speed though; it will be able to keep accelerating long after the diesel puffs out. In the streets the diesel will feel punchy alive and quick; but when you get on the highway you'll want the V6.

[@unknownunknowns]

farmerallis Depends on what you tug.

[@farmerallis]

I knew someone would take the bait. Torque does not win acceleration. The vehicle with more HP to weight will always win a 0-60, unless the vehicle that makes more HP also makes like 20 ft-lbs of torque; in that case it would take a very long time to rev and something with more torque and less HP might have a chance at winning a 0-60. Torque gets things moving and keeps them moving with less work (ie horsepower). The diesel was not faster off the line because it makes more peak torque than the gasser; it's because it makes more torque (and therefore more HP) at a much lower RPM than the gas truck. Once the gas engine revs to make more torque, and thus more HP, it accelerates faster, whereas the diesel runs out of RPMs and HP.

[@farmerallis]

No it doesn't.

[@k.r.v.4219]

I lovey 2016 Colorado Z71 Ext Cab,4x4,V6! With tow package, 8.2" Chevy MyLink with Nav/Bose, out the door at 30k with a $3,500 discount That truck tows our travel trailer no sweat! I get 26 hyw 18 city empty. While towing 16 on the flats and 12-14 in the mountains of N. E. Nad upstate N. Y. On a recent trip from Foxboro Mass. where we store the trailer, to FLA. via rt 81 through Pa,WV,Md, Va, then rt 95N.C.,S. C., Ga south to the Keys we actually averaged about 16 mpg! With no shortage of power or stability, in case you're wondering, the trailer is 21.5' Lind and weights 4,500, the total GCVW over a Car scale was 10,098 lbs! With all the gear we had! That's not all that bad on gasoline! The Z71 Silverado 5.3 V8,4x4 Ext Cab we traded in for the Colorado only was able to average on the same trip last year was just 12 mpg! Sure it had more power, but weighs at1,000 more!

[@jonathanbautista2970]

The Duramax has a turbo?

[@pennysmurf]

hmmmmm part time journalist, part time moon shiner. I see you Mr.T

[@blakemclain5980]

I have had my 2017 GMC Canyon for about 3-4 months and if he would have dropped it into manual then he would have definitely won. I’ve done this so many times and plus my back wheels burn out as I do this. At 308 hp

[@tonio427lostone3]

you should do an uphill race

[@thejewcanoe]

i want to see that! tow drag race between the two! DO IT! lol

[@vengencereicher6576]

guys why not gas vs disel in step hill as well as well as gas vs disel in trailer mode ha???????

[@kraqd]

They should put the 5.3 v8 in the Canyon/Colorado with a 8 or 10 speed transmission! Imagine that

[@nelsonvanvickle8862]

Why? My 19' WT Colorado ext. cab has THE best power to weight ratio of any chevy or GMC mid or full size truck that GM makes. 308 hp in a 4100 pound truck, 3 or 400 lbs lighter than a Z71. I've clocked consistent 6.3 sec 0-60 runs.

[@unknownunknowns]

It seems like horsepower is more useful for vehicles that have a lighter mass and a lower drag coefficient while torque is for heavier mass and a higher drag coefficient.

[@luii8375]

Do a trailer drag race

[@martinowings3597]

The Colorado looks like a sports car compared to the brick like front end of the Canyon. The Colorado is unique. The Canyon looks like it 's big brother. To each his own I guess but the Colorado looks WAY better to me. Car and Driver got 6.1 seconds to 60 mph too www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/colorado for the new 8 speed V6. Sounds like fun to me. Of course if you tow a LOT I can see the appeal of the Diesel.

[@85funnyguy]

Have little trucks gotten any better as far as fish taking and stopping in inclement weather? My 00 Dakota is scary. Never had the problem in a full size.

[@aquaboy1650]

The diesel maybe slower at a stock, but they're also easy to tuned. My 2014 Toyota Hilux with 2.5L 2KD engine only has 143hp and 343 Nm Torque (253 lbft), but with light modification like a ecu tuning, delete EGR and intercooler the power boosted to 275 Hp and 600 Nm torque (442 lbft).

[@SonnyShadow]

What did your MPG change to with the switch?

[@kevin9c1]

The 3.6 gas will still be seconds ahead of the diesel even while towing. Simple hp/weight ratio.

[@Ryan-vo3rm]

Diesels are not like they used to be, the V6 gas will be more reliable and efficient in the end. 4000$ just for the diesel option then when the warranty runs out and you start to have emission related problems with the diesel that can cost a fortune to fix, so that 4000$ diesel option plus emission component repairs after warranty could be thousands. I'd rather the V6 and buy the gas it'll be crazy cheaper in the long run.

[@andym.107]

More raptor videos Please

[@mooseymikey82]

wow that suprised me with what that diesel has for torque.

[@jamiebudamlanbert172]

Code fordiden AE in all departments all brands are failure by test maximum for standard AE permanent by below 1 mpg, over 100 l/100km, below 1 km/l or grade D cars by happen on sometimes.

[@robertmoulton2656]

Lol...i have a 2018 canyon diesel. And the last thing is would ever win is a drag race. I have Camaro for that. But my diesel does get lovely mileage

[@SW737Flyer]

Best comparison yet. But (there's always a but) the GMC is hauling more weight. Not in the trailer, but physically the truck weighs more. The Diesel engine is heavier, all that leather and techno do-dads of the higher trim level, plus running boards, larger rims all adds weight. A standard GMC Duramax would have had better times making the difference even more in favor of the Duramax model.

[@moonovation]

Of course the forced induction (turbo) will do better at higher altitude and gives it a huge advantage, not just the paper torque #'s...Nice to see difference, but that should be explained, as that could be otherwise misleading to the folks that live lower down, especially near sea level. Be more of an apples to apples comparison there at lower elevation. Otherwise, test a forced induction gas against it (if it existed; talking similar on-paper numbers) and see who the real winner would be :D

[@jmayak01]

How about doing a comparison with the two showing the cost per mile. (i.e. cost of diesel versus gasoline in these two models per mile.) Maybe add in the cost difference of maintenance and monthly payment difference with the diesel option.

[@CoalitionChris]

jmayak01 fuel cost can vary so wildly from state to state it would hardly be accurate overall

[@jmayak01]

I think it would be handy to know what to expect before purchasing a diesel. People think, oh it's a diesel and that they will save huge amounts in fuel. They don't think about the extra maintenance, higher pump prices, and the higher sticker price. I would love to see how it all works out. It can be for Colorado only. Is there be a benefit of owning a small diesel or is it snake oil?

[@CoalitionChris]

Gets great mpg for me and where I live, diesel is cheaper. So the other costs are somewhat negated on my part. Thus why I say it can vary so much

[@MikeUtoober]

well obviously the V6 gas engine will be faster than the 4 Cylinder Turbo diesel. last i checked diesel isnt about speed. its about pulling power and fuel efficiency. and the gas engine was nearly a full liter bigger in displacement and 2 more cylinders. i would still pick the 2.8 duramax over the 3.6 V6 gasoline engine though for the fuel mileage and the awesome low end torque the diesel provides

[@cbnboy34]

Duramax is a MUCH BETTER looking truck too!

[@johnyhernandez2950]

Bring the 90s 454SS

[@marshallbuss5283]

they didn't turn off stabilitrak

[@Devogor]

Next, chevy cruze vs corvette... Like, REALLY FOLKS 😂

[@Metalbass1979]

That Duramax suffers from the same problem that the Ecodiesel Ram does. It needs to be available in something other than an upper level trim. I could totally see the 'white fleet' buying companies buying them to tow. That would sell a lot of them. They're just too expensive and have unnecessary bells and whistles for that.

[@Slavic203]

Little secret the less you weight the better cause look at the difference between these two guys lol 😂

[@terryhowes7184]

I'm currently looking into the Canyon. The only thing I don't like is the taillights. I prefer the design of the Colorados rear lights. Petty, I know.

[@andrewredding3132]

I'd like to see it again with the diesel tuned and deleted👍

[@Ginuwine-kx2iv]

you should of mashed up the V6 Canyon 2017 vs V6 Colorado 2017, unless you are saying they are exactly the same under the body.

[@javiere.gonzalez1021]

They are the same

[@savedbydave]

7.93 seconds is significant... Didn't the 2015 colorado v6 do it in the 9 second range?

[@jaytrock3217]

Anyone that gets the duramax needs to get the tune upgrades. Gives it so much better performance without ruining your Fuel mileage..

[@Greendude33]

Jay Trock I think that will void the warranty though. I don't advise getting the Diesel if you wanna go fast. Get the DMAX if you plan on towing and doing lots of highway driving.

[@mk_0898]

I could have saved you some time and told you the 2.8L Diesel was going to lose to the V6 before you went and got both, lol

[@niksikk15]

Diesel is better for towing and mpg, gas is better for speed, both great trucks I like the look of both the Colorado and Canyon just depends and preference, I love how you can get either motor in either truck good job GM on these new mid size trucks

[@jedironin380]

The problem with this diesel is all the emissions junk piled on to it, which has issues, and the huge price difference. Unless you plan on towing regularly with it, it's just not worth it.

[@Squishysforbreakfast]

jedironin380 It's pretty good for long distance road trips too. And overlanding. Which is basically long distance off-road trips.

[@stevearsenault4898]

go to a drag strip give us some real numbers !

[@leadnsteel1428]

Just got a Colorado diesel myself and that 2.8 is slow. I will be getting it tuned sometime. Great mpg but slow it should have been a twin turbo

[@leadnsteel1428]

Yeah I probably won't get one but alot of people have been complaining about the poor acceleration of the diesel. I have to almost floor it to merge on the highway and thats with no loads.

[@1badk20]

Turbo Lag is normal. Tune it and its a entirely different truck. My buddy has one that has an aftermarket intake, turbo back exhaust, and a tune and it will light up the tires from a complete stop by just flooring it.

[@tritchie6272]

Next gen. baby duramax they should try to get 200 hp with the same torque. Also offer it in more trim levels.

[@huntervandam4584]

Let's race the same truck they said it will be fun they said! But at least they had the deisel

[@TEXANLUIS77]

you need to tune the Duramax with duramaxtuner

[@trailrunnah8886]

Just watched the Tacoma VS. Frontier drag race video before this one. Wow, the Canyon smokes the Tacoma! The Tacoma was about 2 seconds slower to 60.

[@guyproulx1660]

Micheal Smith Toyota and Nissan don't focus on drag racing when they design and engineer their trucks, they focus on long term reliability and off road capability, these 2 things the GM twins will never have

[@jacobsebastien3910]

@@guyproulx1660 the Chevy Colorado zr2 has Front an Rear Locker name another truck that has Front an Rear lockers for off-road Besides the jeep,"

[@mustanggang3889]

Launch a diesel with no boost lmao I’m surprised you pulled him at all off the line

[@bobbyb.6644]

8 speed had huge problems for years ? 🤔

[@Justinj360]

Did Kent have a stroke?

[@MrTruckTV]

No, but I did have Red Bull, Monster and Venom energy drinks. Got to stay awake at early morning runs before the chickens get up

[@pryme2013]

MrTruckTV good lord with all that garbage you may have one soon. sounds like your diet is out of wack. caffeine is a tool for ppl who don't eat properly.

[@Justinj360]

That explains it!

[@svpracer98]

I do not like the exhaust note of the v6... first time I test drove one I thought it was a i4 until I opened it up...

[@masonbaylorbears]

i didnt know anyone asked this question..... isnt it obvious that the much higher HP of the v6 would be faster.

[@AlarakTheHighLord]

they should have kept the 4.3... or put the 6.2 in it

[@mitchalmaines1104]

Inline 4? I thought the duramax was a little v4

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I'd take the Colorado, except I'd order mine with a Duramax.

[@iamfrankstallone]

Do the same test, same trucks, add trailers with equal weight.

[@joefitzgerald2886]

Got to let him build his boost and he smoke the gas

[@dieselmutt8865]

To bad that Duramax has a timing belt to deal with on maintenance. It's 2017, they could have come up with a better design option.

[@sunnyvalejedi]

This hardly a fair test, as Mr. Truck has a lot more weight to haul. For the next drag, the first one to run over the TFL girl should win.

[@TEXANLUIS77]

Anna it will beat it every time

[@adogg619]

V6 any day over the diesel.

[@Dexter_Solid]

hp is hp, regardless of torque, even with trailers, the gas engine will win because the gas engine can do more work, the diesel will just do it more efficiently.

[@UltraSS-nj8kd]

lol this needs to be seen by diesel fans everywhere. gas is most application especially in trucks are going to out run a diesel. the amount of times diesel get out run by me is unreal. Cant beat them for "towing" but thats kinda the keyword. im so glad they have the 8 speed now only if the 1500 would make it across the board drop the 6 speed

[@AgentSmith911]

KX250F SS Diesel is best for trucks because of reliability and torque. But also when it comes to racing. Just look at that Audi R10 TDI and how well it did in LeMans.

[@sic22l]

Outrun in a high rev acceleration run. Noone does that in real life.

[@MrComputerCoder]

KX250F SS It would have been a closer test if they used the same transmission. the 6 speed scant switch nearly as fast

[@zaleski727]

i know their both the same size but the GMC looks way bigger

[@Encourageable]

The Colorado looks more like a real truck. Denali looks like a poser. The Duramax does have a cool factor though - that six banger is just kinda lame. Get a Colorado with a Duramax and you'd have the best of both.

[@dougjohnsonbushcraftandbjj5561]

6 banger? It's a powerful fucking engine bud

[@howandwhy...]

Everything you said couldn't be more wrong

[@moviesmetalmusicmotorvehic4828]

I like both trucks but I'll take the more luxurious Canyon Denali.

[@Greendude33]

MetalAndMotorsGuy506 it's so nice but so incredibly expensive. Can buy a really nice and loaded lightly used Silverado/Sierra for 48k:

[@jamiebudamlanbert172]

End report.

[@k.tucker2011]

come on man why do people keep grabbing the base chevy whatever and comparing them to stuff. thats the same reason why people thought camaro couldnt beat mustang years ago. and any one would know that the v6 TRAIL BOSS is even faster than this regular v6 chevy. but still some how they couldn't get this truck for the off road drag race. suspect